When does TNA return? Why did TNA become Impact Wrestling? Why did Impact Wrestling go back to TNA?

TNA is back.

After starting out as a wrestling business in 2002, TNA was America's second biggest wrestling platform for many years and attracted some huge names such as Hulk Hogan, Kurt Angle, and Sting.

Following a rebranding to Impact Wrestling, TNA is now ready to return and it begins this weekend and Hard to Kill.

When was TNA created?

TNA was born in 2002 one year after the demise of WCW, which was bought by WWE. The creation of Jeff Jarrett, TNA immediately began signing high-profile names as it looked to compete in the wrestling business.

Despite a slow start, TNA received funding from a number of investors and by combing veteran names with up-and-coming talent, they were able to enjoy moderate success.

Despite securing a number of high-profile talents such as Hulk Hogan and Jeff Hardy, TNA couldn't maintain the momentum they had built up and the time came for the company to change direction.

When did TNA become Impact Wrestling?

After being purchased by Anthem, TNA would become Impact Wrestling, a name chosen with TNA's weekly programme very much in mind. Returning to a smaller format after years of trying to be a major player, Impact would eventually settle into a routine that would allow the company to prosper whilst also delivering a solid product.

Why the return to TNA?

At the end of Bound for Glory 2023, a video played that confirmed the switch back to TNA. Impact had been performing very well and their international tours in 2023 were big successes. Relying on nostalgia to entice old fans as well as keeping their current audience, those in charge at TNA believe the time is right to revive the brand as they enter 2024 with huge purpose and it begins this weekend at Hard to Kill.

Hard To Kill 2024 date, start time

• Date: Saturday, January 13
• Time: 8 p.m. ET / 1 a.m. UK 

How can I watch Hard To Kill 2024 on DAZN?

Hard To Kill 2024 will be available for purchase by DAZN subscribers in the following territories: UK, Ireland, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Netherlands, Brazil, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark, Poland, Portugal, Thailand, Taiwan, Malaysia, Singapore and Bulgaria.

How much does Hard To Kill cost?

DAZN subscribers in select territories can purchase Hard To Kill. See prices below:

• UK: £16.99
• Ireland: €18.99
• Canada $39.99
• Australia $29.99
• New Zealand $32.99
• Netherlands €18.99
• Brazil R$ 104.90
• Sweden kr. 229
• Norway kr. 219
• Finland €18.99
• Denmark Kr. 139
• Poland 89.99 zł‎
• Portugal €18.99
• Thailand BHT 710
• Taiwan TWD 620
• Malaysia M$ 95
• Singapore $27.98
• Bulgaria BUL 34.99

Where is the Hard To Kill 2024?

This year's event will take place at the Palms Casino Resort in Paradise, Nevada. 

Hard To Kill 2024 card

• Alex Shelley vs. Moose; For Shelley's TNA World Championship
• Trinity vs. Jordynne Grace; For Trinity's Knockouts World Championship
• Josh Alexander vs. Alex Hammerstone
• Chris Sabin vs. El Hijo del Vikingo vs. Kushida; Three-way match for Sabin's X Division Championship
• ABC vs. The Rascalz vs. Grizzled Young Vets vs. Mike Bailey and Trent Seven; Four-way tag team match for ABC's TNA World Tag Team Championship
• Gisele Shaw vs. Xia Brookside vs. Jody Threat vs. Tasha Steelz vs. Alisha Edwards vs. Dani Luna; Knockouts Ultimate X match
• PCO vs. Dirty Dango
• Rich Swann vs. Steve Maclin
• Eddie Edwards and Brian Myers vs. Eric Young and Frankie Kazarian; Tag team match
• Tommy Dreamer vs. Crazzy Steve; No DQ match for Dreamer's TNA Digital Media Championship